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How to get fromSkipton to Cumbriaby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Skipton to Cumbria by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 508 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Skipton to Lancastertrain train
    2. Take the train from Lancaster to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Pooley Bridge Innbus bus 508
    3h 33m
    £33–57

  2. Train, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Skipton to Carnforthtrain train
    2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bowness Pierbus bus 755
    3. Take the bus from Bowness Pier to Leeming House Hotelbus bus 508
    5h 18m
    £18–29

  3. Drive  70.4 mi

    1. Drive from Skipton to Cumbriacar car 70.4 mi
    1h 29m
    £18–26

Skipton to Cumbria by train and bus

Calendar42Weekly Services
Duration3h 33mAverage Duration
Ticket£33Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 101.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Skipton, England and Cumbria, England?

There is no direct connection from Skipton to Cumbria. However, you can take the train to Lancaster, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Rail Station, then take the line 508 bus to Pooley Bridge Inn. Alternatively, you can take a train from Skipton to Leeming House Hotel via Carnforth, Railway Station, and Bowness Pier in around 5h 18m.

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